Heilongjiang is China's northernmost and easternmost province, a vast land of black soil plains, primeval forests, volcanic lakes, and Siberian-cold winters along the Amur (Heilong) River border with Russia. Its capital Harbin blends Russian-era architecture with the world's largest ice and snow festival, while Mohe, the Arctic Village, offers China's best chances of seeing the aurora and the midnight sun. Wetlands, ski resorts, crane habitats, and Hezhen and Manchu heritage complete a region that swings from -30C winters to warm, short summers.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Shangri-La Harbin
International five-star city hotel in Daoli District close to Central Street.
Shangri-La Songbei, Harbin
Five-star hotel on the north bank of the Songhua River near the ice festival venues.
JW Marriott Hotel Harbin River North
Luxury Marriott hotel in Songbei District.
Sheraton Harbin Xiangfang Hotel
Sheraton five-star in Xiangfang District near the rail stations.
Club Med Yabuli
All-inclusive winter ski resort at Yabuli Sun Mountain.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
Hua Mei Western Restaurant (Huamei)
Russian-style western restaurant on Central Street with borscht and roast dishes; verify the current street number on Amap/Gaode.
Restaurants of Shangri-La Harbin
Hotel restaurants with Chinese, western and buffet options; reserve on +86 451 8485 8888.